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[TinaaniT]

Hi, guys
Hope you are all good during the COVID 19 period. I have 2 questions about EE profile.

1. I created my first EE profile before and it was expired. Then, I created a new EE profile. But there is a question "Have you applied to immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada before?" Should I say yes or no?

2. In 2013, my father applied for the Quebec investor immigration program, and I was the dependant. He was the principal applicant. But he was refused due to the incomplete documents. He did not even get the interview and not to the Federal stage yet. The same question,
"Have you applied to immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada before?" Should I say yes or no?

Your prompt response is really appreciated.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Hi, guys
Hope you are all good during the COVID 19 period. I have 2 questions about EE profile.

1. I created my first EE profile before and it was expired. Then, I created a new EE profile. But there is a question "Have you applied to immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada before?" Should I say yes or no?

2. In 2013, my father applied for the Quebec investor immigration program, and I was the dependant. He was the principal applicant. But he was refused due to the incomplete documents. He did not even get the interview and not to the Federal stage yet. The same question,
"Have you applied to immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada before?" Should I say yes or no?

Your prompt response is really appreciated.

1. Submitting an EE profile is not an application.

2. Yes.

 

[TinaaniT]

1. Submitting an EE profile is not an application.

2. Yes.

Thanks a lot. I am not quite familiar with the Quebec investor immigration program processing. I heard from an agent that if we were not to the Federal Stage, it didn't count to apply PR. And also said I was the dependant, not the principal applicant. So should say no. Just quite confused about this.

 

[TinaaniT]

No, in that case

But if you have ever applied for visa or eta (if you are from a visa-free country) to Canada you'll have to choose "yes".

Thanks for your reply. Quite confused the question especially for the second question cause I heard different answers.

 

[TinaaniT]

I am not 100% sure in regards to your question about the Quebec program, but based on the way they work I would say that being refused by Quebec before actually applying to IRCC for PR means you should answer "No"

As to the second question. I have used a Canadian immigration lawyer for my PR application and he insisted that having applied for an ETA means the question if you have ever applied to IRCC before must be answered with "yes".

Yes, That's exactly right. That's why this question pissed me off. I just searched for the Quebec investment program process.
I think we just stopped at the Step 6 or Step 7. Cause we didn't get the personal interview. We just got the refusal letter due to the incomplete documents.

Step 1: Law firm works alongside client to obtain all supporting documentation required by the Quebec Investor Program including:

• Identity and civil status documents
• Police clearance certificates
• Documents proving net worth
• Documents supporting business management experience
• Documents showing educational qualifications

Step 2: If any supplemental documentation is not in English or French, law firm will help arrange the certified translation of the documents by an accredited translator. Please note: Canadian immigration authorities will only accept certified translations signed or stamped by professional translators with verifiable credentials in Canada. Otherwise, translated documents that are not accompanied by an affidavit swearing to the accuracy of the translation, as well as the proficiency of the translator, will not be recognized.

Step 3: Lawyer completes investor visa Canada application form as per government guidelines, and organizes all supporting documentation.

Step 4: Client reviews their investor file and signs QIIP application form as well as power of attorney mandate allowing law firm to communicate with the Government on their behalf.

Step 5: Lawyer formally submits signed application and supporting documents to Immigration Quebec for initial processing. The CAD $15,111 Government application fee is due at this point, and must be paid via Canada Post money order or a bank draft drawn from a bank with a presence in Canada. Please note: this Government processing fee may be subject to a small increase in 2019.

Step 6: Incomplete applications are returned to the candidate. Adequate applications are added to the processing queue and an official QIIP Acknowledgement of Receipt is sent to the applicant.

Step 7: Quebec immigration authorities review the application to ensure client satisfies all investor category immigration Canada requirements including minimum legally obtained net worth and business management experience.

Step 8: Applicants who meet the selection conditions and criteria of the Immigrant Investor Program (IIP) will be scheduled for a personal interview with a Quebec immigration officer. Within ten business days of being scheduled for an interview, candidates must submit updated documents and forms to Immigration Quebec personnel, along with any other additional documentation that may support their application. Lawyer works closely with client to ensure revised documentation accurately reflects his or her current financial situation. Lawyer will also personally prepare client for their interview, which includes an extensive one on one coaching session. If necessary, a qualified interpreter will be present to assist with this interview preparation. Please note: in certain situations, the personal interview may be waived by immigration authorities in which case the client will receive an official interview waiver notice.

Step 9: Upon the completion of a successful personal interview, Quebec investment immigration staff will approve client in principle and send them detailed wire transfer instructions.

 

[TinaaniT]

Step 10: Client has a maximum of 110 days to successfully send funds of CDN $800,000. Clients financing the investment through an authorized financial intermediary of the Quebec Investor Program must wire transfer the up-front loan cost of approximately $220,000 within this timeframe.

Step 11: Upon receipt of the full $800 thousand investment, business immigration officers will issue a "Quebec Selection Certificate" or "Certificat de Sélection du Québéc", which is commonly referred to as a CSQ. The issuance of a CSQ signifies the applicant's approval at the provincial level, and his or her file is then handed over to the Centralized Intake Office (CIO) of Citizenship and Immigration Canada to be processed at the federal level. Federal processing fees are due at this time.

Step 12: Once Canadian visa authorities have assessed the investor application, medical instructions are issued to the client. If applicable, client, as well as their accompanying family members, must undergo a medical examination performed by an Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) approved physician.

Step 13: Once the results of the medical exam are received by business immigration officials, successful applicants and their families are fully approved for Canadian investor visas. At this time, a formal request for the passport of each person included under the investor application is given for the purposes of issuing the visa. The Right of Permanent Resident Fee (RPRF) is now due.

Step 14: A Canada business visa for investors is issued to the primary applicant and each accompanying family member. The investment visa will contain an expiry date, which is the last day a person can use it to gain entry to Canada for permanent immigration. After arriving in the country, Canadian investor visa holders will receive a permanent residence card (Canada PR Card) which can be used to leave and re-enter the country at will.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Thanks a lot. I am not quite familiar with the Quebec investor immigration program processing. I heard from an agent that if we were not to the Federal Stage, it didn't count to apply PR. And also said I was the dependant, not the principal applicant. So should say no. Just quite confused about this.

If you only applied to the province and didn't actually apply to IRCC, then the answer is No.

 

[TinaaniT]

If you only applied to the province and didn't actually apply to IRCC, then the answer is No.

Not even got approval at the provincial level. Thank you for your answer. Really appreciated

 

[chrome123]

If you only applied to the province and didn't actually apply to IRCC, then the answer is No.

Hi Friends, i have created my EE profile, ITA pending as awaiting PNP Nominations, i see UCI number starting CANXXXXXXX. Also in parallel i am in process of applying work visa through my employer. In work visa application it demands UCI number/ questions like " have you applied for Canada immigration before". Can you please guide whether i need to mention my EE profile details as well the temp UCI number ( as we get the actual UCI number at the end stage ) or should i leave the question and UCI number blank in the work visa form?

 

[ValGonzal]

Thanks a lot. I am not quite familiar with the Quebec investor immigration program processing. I heard from an agent that if we were not to the Federal Stage, it didn't count to apply PR. And also said I was the dependant, not the principal applicant. So should say no. Just quite confused about this.

i think your father applied for provincial program , so that would not be IRCC application. IRCC would be federal, so i think answer would be a no. But viewpoints are welcomed here.